How to Volunteer
To become a volunteer at AACH:
1. Attend a volunteer orientation. Our next volunteer orientation will be February 10, 2010 at 7:00 PM. Attending an orientation is a requirement for all new volunteers.
2. Complete an application.
3. Complete a background check. Please visit mybackgroundcheck.com to complete your screening. Select Virginia, then Arlington-Alexandria Coalition for the Homeless, and identify yourself as an applicant to volunteer. Follow the prompts to input your information. Please consider paying for your screening as a contribution to our programs.
4. Read our bi-weekly volunteer newsletter or join our Facebook page to learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities.
If you are interested in receiving more information please fill out the contact form below and our volunteer coordinator will be in touch. We look forward to working with you in the near future!
- Adopt A Family
- Be an advocate for the homeless
- Children's Programs
- Help families move into their own apartments
- Help families plan and launch micro businesses
- Help with food needs
- Help with fundraising
- How to Volunteer
- Man the front desk
- Present a workshop for clients
I was working on my Bachelor of Arts degree while living at the shelter. LifeWorks skills training, workshops and sessions helped me push forward to reach my goal… Someone once told me that I would never get hired as a teacher in Arlington. Here I am.
I am now an Arlington County Public School Teacher.